A school-based health clinic (SBHC) is a medical health center located inside a school, or in close proximity to a school. SBHCs have numerous benefits for students, teachers, families, and communities. St. George School-Based Health Clinic located at Tucker Valley Elementary Middle School (TVEMS) offers students and all Tucker County residents primary medical services. Our … Continue reading 10 Reasons Why We Love Our St. George School-Based Health Clinic
Every winter season, viruses quickly spread and many are affected by the winter blues. However, St. George Medical Clinic’s (SGMC) telehealth services stand as a beacon of hope for those seeking comfort and support for their behavioral health needs. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, SGMC, and healthcare facilities across the nation, transitioned into … Continue reading Telemedicine: Beating Seasonal Blues
During National Physical Therapy Month in October, the American Physical Therapy Association and St. George Medical Clinic encourage you to learn about the many benefits of physical activity. We encourage our patients and members of our community to continue regular physical activity as tolerated. For those who are not performing regular physical activity, start with … Continue reading Small Steps to Achieve Big Results Program
National Grief Awareness Day recognizes that the time it takes to heal from loss doesn’t have a prescribed course and is a reminder that closure comes in many forms. When a loved one dies, the void they leave affects everyone differently. Throughout the day, take notice of those in your life who have been affected by … Continue reading National Grief Awareness Day
Being the parent or guardian of a sick child is frustrating for multiple reasons, especially if your child is sick at school. This can lead to unexpected inconveniences at home and childcare, loss of work, and the worry of getting a same-day doctor’s appointment. Fortunately, an increase in school-based clinics has been making impacts for … Continue reading Building Healthier Futures: Amanda Hile- PA-C, Discusses School-Based Care
Acts of self-love and learning how to build strong personal relationships with yourself and others can be practiced all year round. But for the month of July, also known as Social Wellness Month, mental health professionals urge folks to celebrate the concept of self-love and tending to relationships. Social wellness can look like joining a … Continue reading Celebrate Social Wellness Month in 5 Simple Ways
PARSONS, W. VA (May 30, 2023) – St. George Medical Clinic Pharmacy located in Parsons, West Virginia hosted two students from the Tucker County High School Pharmacy Technician Certification Program this spring. The two students hosted were Paige Shaffer and Joselyn Burnside, both residents of Tucker County and students at Tucker County High School. The … Continue reading St. George Medical Clinic Pharmacy Hosts Students from Pharmacy Technician Certification Program
May is nationally recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to recognize the importance of mental health and promote healthcare that improves mental well-being. We want to remind patients that mental health is just as significant as physical health, and shed light on the various symptoms and treatments that come with it. At St. … Continue reading What is Mental Health Awareness Month?
April is recognized as Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Oral cancer occurs when cells in an individual’s mouth tissues mutate and divide uncontrollably. We want to remind our patients that early detection is key, and that scheduling screenings for this lesser-known disease is significant to maintaining a healthy smile for years to come. Read on to … Continue reading St. George’s Dental Staff Recognizes April as Oral Cancer Awareness Month
Colorectal cancer, the second deadliest cancer in the United States, is currently on the rise across the nation with many patients under the age of 50 years old. According to the National Cancer Institute, it was estimated that 52,580 people died from colon and/or rectum cancer in 2022, with more than 140,000 new cases being … Continue reading Colorectal Cancer: What You Need to Know